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Lord of the Rings & Hobbit Themed Tours
Home of Middle Earth - Customisable Self Drive & Coach Tours

New Zealand's stunning landscapes captivated movie fans around the world as the unbilled star of the hugely successful The Lord of the Rings film trilogy. Over 150 real New Zealand locations were used, from the rolling green hills of Matamata in the North Island which we now know as Hobbiton to Queenstown's snowy jagged mountain peaks; the Remarkables, featured as The Dimrill Dale. Explore New Zealand on these great touring ideas. Visit Lord of the Rings attractions and film sites on these itineraries or talk to our team to get the perfect holiday designed for you. Tailor made packages can be created to suit your interests and budget.

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Middle Earth Discovered
 
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Middle Earth Discovered
Thrifty Tours - NZ daily departures
  • Hotel 4 star
  • 10 days/9 night Journey from Auckland to Christchurch

  • An unparalleled adventure awaits as you immerse yourself in the enchantment of Middle-earth, explori...

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    An unparalleled adventure awaits as you immerse yourself in the enchantment of Middle-earth, exploring iconic Lord of the Rings and Hobbit filming locations while marvelling at New Zealand’s stunning natural wonders.

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NZD$6,400

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Land of the Rings
 
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Land of the Rings
Thrifty Tours - NZ daily departures
  • Hotel 4 star
  • 10 days/9 night Journey from Auckland to Queenstown

  • Explore New Zealand's breathtaking landscapes and official filming locations from The Lord of the Ri...

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    Explore New Zealand's breathtaking landscapes and official filming locations from The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit, immersing yourself in the magic of Middle-earth with behind-the-scenes stories and stunning scenery.

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NZD$6,800

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Waitomo, Rotorua & Hobbiton Uncovered Tour
 
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Waitomo, Rotorua & Hobbiton Uncovered Tour
Thrifty Tours - NZ daily departures
  • Hotel 4 star
  • 5 days/4 night Journey from Auckland to Auckland

  • Discover the highlights of New Zealand's North Island on this immersive tour, featuring the Waitomo ...

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    Discover the highlights of New Zealand's North Island on this immersive tour, featuring the Waitomo Caves, Te Puia, Te Pa Tū Māori Village, the Hobbiton Movie Set, and the stunning Wai-O-Tapu thermal area.

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NZD$3,170

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Ultimate NZ Explorer
 
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Ultimate NZ Explorer
Thrifty Tours - NZ daily departures
  • Hotel 4 star
  • 17 days/16 night Journey from Auckland to Christchurch

  • Experience the very best of Aotearoa on an unforgettable journey from the sub-tropical north to the ...

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    Experience the very best of Aotearoa on an unforgettable journey from the sub-tropical north to the majestic south. This ultimate New Zealand explorer tour promises a diverse and captivating adventure.

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NZD$12,475

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The Shire Reckoning
 
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The Shire Reckoning
Thrifty Tours - NZ daily departures
  • Hotel 3 star
  • 8 days/7 night Journey from Auckland to Christchurch

  • Embark on a journey of Middle Earth and New Zealand. Visit official sites used in the filming of the...

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    Embark on a journey of Middle Earth and New Zealand. Visit official sites used in the filming of the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit movies, whilst visiting some of New Zealand's most stunning attractions including active geysers, dramatic mountains and deep fiords.

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NZD$4,650

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North Island Highlights
 
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North Island Highlights
  • Apartments
  • 11 days/10 night Journey from Auckland to Auckland

  • Explore the North Islands' major cities with the spectacular Northern Explorer Scenic Train from Wel...

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    Explore the North Islands' major cities with the spectacular Northern Explorer Scenic Train from Wellington back to Auckland.

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NZD$3,735

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Lord of the Rings Scenic Explorer
 
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Lord of the Rings Scenic Explorer
  • Motels
  • 14 days/13 night Journey from Auckland to Queenstown

  • Discover the magic of Middle-Earth as you explore the breathtaking landscapes featured in The Lord o...

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    Discover the magic of Middle-Earth as you explore the breathtaking landscapes featured in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit films.

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Was NZD$6,364

Now NZD$6,164

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Grand Pacific 19 Day Ultimate Showcase
 
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Grand Pacific 19 Day Ultimate Showcase
  • Hotel 4 star
  • 19 days/18 night Journey from Auckland to Christchurch

  • Discover the best of New Zealand’s iconic regions and attractions in a small group.

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Was NZD$13,949

Now NZD$13,252

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Tolkiens New Zealand
 
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Tolkiens New Zealand
Thrifty Tours - NZ daily departures
  • Hotel 4 star
  • 13 days/12 night Journey from Auckland to Christchurch

  • From the whimsical Shire to the soaring spires of the Southern Alps, witness the landscapes that bro...

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    From the whimsical Shire to the soaring spires of the Southern Alps, witness the landscapes that brought Middle-earth to life. Experience the contrast of Rotorua’s thermal wonders and the glacial majesty of Franz Josef before crossing the Great Divide on the world-famous TranzAlpine train.

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NZD$7,950

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North Island Highlights with Northern Explorer
 
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North Island Highlights with Northern Explorer
  • Motels
  • 13 days/12 night Journey from Auckland to Auckland

  • A relaxed circuit from Auckland to Wellington, combining classic sightseeing with the gentle pace of...

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    A relaxed circuit from Auckland to Wellington, combining classic sightseeing with the gentle pace of a spectacular cross-country rail voyage.

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NZD$5,885

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Nearly all our guests customise our tour ideas. That's what we do! Our expert team of New Zealand specialists can design a holiday itinerary to suit you perfectly. A tailor made package can be created for you in no time and doesn't cost you any more than one of our 'off the shelf' ideas. So get in touch with the team today to start your plans.

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